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Firearms: Prohibited Possessors in Arizona

Posted By Law Offices of Joshua S. Davidson, PLC || 19-Dec-2017

Like Texas, Arizona is well-known for being proud of its firearm laws and
practices. Under ARS 13-3107, it’s against the law to discharge
a firearm within city limits unless special exceptions apply, including:

With a permit and for the purpose of controlling wildlife.

When it’s more than one mile away from an occupied structure.

When it’s an animal control officer discharging his or her duties.

When the shooter is defending themselves against an animal attack.

When the shooter is defending themselves or others against some type of
criminal attack; for example, the “active shooter” scenario.

When firing blank cartridges – the person may be charged with disturbing
the peace.

When firing in an area that has been recommended by the Arizona Department
of Game and Fish.

When done through a special permit issued by the Chief of Police or a municipality.

Where Are Firearms Prohibited?

As a general rule, citizens (who are not members of law enforcement) are
prohibited from carrying firearms (open or concealed) at the following
locations: alcohol establishments, polling places on election day, school
grounds, nuclear and hydroelectric generating stations, Indian reservations,
game preserves, national parks, jails and prisons, federal buildings,
and airports.

What about
prohibited possessors, who are they? Under ARS 13-3102, prohibited possessors include:

Individuals who have been found to be a danger to themselves or others.

Individuals who have been convicted of a felony and whose civil right to
possess a firearm has not been restored by a court.

Individuals who are currently serving a prison term in a detention or correctional facility.

Individuals on probation, parole, or community supervision, and individuals
on probation for a felony
domestic violence offense, or for a felony.

Undocumented aliens and non-immigrant aliens, including citizens of Canada
and Mexico.

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